Episode 531 - 16 Iyar (Regular Year) - Curtain Call

In this episode of the It Is Taught Tanya Podcast, host Sarit Switzer explores the Chassidic concept of 'sovev kol almin'—God's encompassing presence in the world—using the analogy of a playwright and their play. She explains that just as a playwright's vision exists within their mind before being brought to life on stage, God's infinite wisdom and will permeate creation in a hidden, all-encompassing way, even though it remains unseen by our physical senses. While we experience only a small fraction of God's revealed light in the inanimate and vegetative realms, the deeper, concealed dimension of divine presence is not separate from the world but truly within it, more intimate than any human imagination. The episode contrasts this with the concept of 'mamala kol almin'—God's filling presence—and emphasizes that God's concealment is not absence, but a profound form of closeness. The discussion draws on verses from Yirmiyahu and Yishayahu to illustrate how divine thought transcends human understanding, with God's knowledge being not merely imaginative but actual and real. Switzer concludes by reflecting on the transformative power of studying Tanya, encouraging listeners to deepen their connection with their spiritual source through daily learning. She invites support for the podcast through sharing, subscribing, and visiting the website, while honoring her grandfather’s memory. The episode blends theological depth with accessible metaphors, inviting listeners to perceive the hidden divine presence in everyday life.